Nottingham Forest will rename a stand at the City Ground to honour John Robertson
Last updated 27th Dec 2025
Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis says the club will rename a stand at the City Ground to honour former player John Robertson - who died at the age of 72 earlier this week.
Robertson had two spells at the club and lifted the European Cup twice during his time there.
Brian Clough once described Robertson as the "Picasso of our game".
A statement from Robertson's family sent through Nottingham Forest said:
"It is with immense pain and sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful husband, dad and grandad.
"John passed away peacefully on Christmas morning with his wife and family by his side, after a long illness.
"Our only comfort in our grief is that his struggles are now over, and he is reunited with daughter Jessica.
"'Robbo' was treasured by many as a footballing hero but to us he was just John and dad, the family man...kind, loving, witty, fun and loyal.
"Although our hearts are breaking, we will always be grateful for the years we were privileged to share with him and the amazing memories we made. We will miss him every day and love him always."